The School of Sheen and the Holy Rosary Program hosted by Al Smith (The Pipe Padre)

Fr. Ron Lengwin and his guest Al Smith talk about Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen's 1941 book titled 'A Declaration of Dependence' that has been republished by Sophia Institute Press and is available at https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/a-declaration-of-dependence

 

This book reveals the shocking truth you need to know in a world riddled by irrationality, emotionalism, and violence. Religion is under attack, whether from totalitarian governments or modern education. Our tacit submission to politics, “freedom,” and science has made us slaves to a diabolical New Atheism and fear.

With his prescient wit, wisdom, and fervor, Archbishop Fulton Sheen provides clarity amid propagandist lies and pagan societies united in purpose to destroy. He reminds us why we must fear what kills the soul more than what kills the body. He exposes the false prophets and philosophies at work in the world and the many “believers” who no longer worship or act in accordance with their beliefs.

Archbishop Sheen masterfully decries the divisions and hatreds in America, explaining how we have turned from God and are on the precipice, that there is “too much tolerance of evil and not enough intolerance of injustice.” The chastisements the world is facing, he declares, are a consequence of its sins; they are the result of our abandonment of God, our idolatry; and man’s attempts to replace God serve only to show that the world is devoid of goodness without His presence.

By declaring ourselves independent of God, we have brought down His wrath and made ourselves slaves to the world, the flesh, and the devil. Archbishop Sheen invites us to examine our consciences to see how we have, in fact, caused the wars in the world. 

By reading this book you will see how “isms” control people where the seeds have been planted for them to be controlled. You will learn how, throughout history, God punishes to destroy evil and, at the same time, to heal His sons from their sins. In addition, you will absorb the future saint’s teachings on:

• The presence of the Antichrist in history

• The cause of war — whether or not it is just — and where its greatest tragedy lies

• How to truly fight for peace, justice, and unity in our country and among nations

• The standard to which all Christians should hold themselves 

• Why the Church is opposed to extreme militarism and pacifism

• Why those without conscience persecute those with conscience

Best of all, Archbishop Sheen explains how God’s wrath is not capricious but is a consequence of our actions, how He is good and loving and will not let us drown in our sins, and how the key to our restoration — repentance — is readily in our grasp. 

 

For more information about the life and legacy of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, please visit - https://www.bishopsheentoday.com

Al Smith reveals a classic book from Fulton J. Sheen that has not been republished in over 80 years. For God and Country was published in 1941 and represents a collection of Fulton J. Sheen's presentations from the Catholic Hour from that year.

Al will read the chapter in its entirety and we think you will agree that Fulton J. Sheen could give this same address in 2021 as he did in 1941. For more information on the life and works of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, please visit our website www.bishopsheentoday.com

To source a digital copy of Fulton J. Sheen's Catholic Hour reflections found in this series, please visit The Catholic University of America digital library at https://cuislandora.wrlc.org/islandora/object/cuislandora:36868#page/1/mode/1up

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Please enjoy these three talks that were given at Our Lady Queen of the World Parish Mission on March 24 - 26, 2025 by retreat leader Allan Smith.

 

Al Smith is the founder and director of www.bishopsheentoday.com  and www.holyfacemiracle.com

He gives parish missions engaging audiences about the history of the Holy Face Devotion and the wisdom contained in the writings of the Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen.

 

Talk #1 - Lord Show Us Thy Face and We Shall Be Saved.

Talk #2 - Behold Your Mother - Getting Right With Mary and Getting Mary Right. 

Talk #3 - The Seven Last Words, Calvary and Me - How to overcome sin, practice virtue and live the beatitudes.

 

 

Al Smith reveals a classic book from Fulton J. Sheen that has not been republished in over 80 years. For God and Country was published in 1941 and represents a collection of Fulton J. Sheen's presentations from the Catholic Hour from that year.

Al will read the chapter in its entirety and we think you will agree that Fulton J. Sheen could give this same address in 2021 as he did in 1941. For more information on the life and works of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, please visit our website www.bishopsheentoday.com

To source a digital copy of Fulton J. Sheen's Catholic Hour reflections found in this series, please visit The Catholic University of America digital library at https://cuislandora.wrlc.org/islandora/object/cuislandora:36868#page/1/mode/1up

God Love You.

#ForGodAndCountry #THECROSSANDTHEDOUBLECROSS #bishopsheen #fultonjsheen

Al Smith reveals a classic book from Fulton J. Sheen that has not been republished in over 80 years. For God and Country was published in 1941 and represents a collection of Fulton J. Sheen's presentations from the Catholic Hour from that year.

Al will read the chapter in its entirety and we think you will agree that Fulton J. Sheen could give this same address in 2021 as he did in 1941. For more information on the life and works of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, please visit our website www.bishopsheentoday.com

To source a digital copy of Fulton J. Sheen's Catholic Hour reflections found in this series, please visit The Catholic University of America digital library at https://cuislandora.wrlc.org/islandora/object/cuislandora:36868#page/1/mode/1up

God Love You.

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Al Smith gives a presentation entitled "Priest, Prophet and King - Where Do I Begin? This talk was given on March 16, 2019 at the Step Up Men's Conference in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The event was hosted by Serviam Ministries and the Band of Christian Brothers Men's Group. https://www.serviamministries.com/band-of-christian-brothers/ https://www.serviamministries.com

Al Smith reveals a classic book from Fulton J. Sheen that has not been republished in over 80 years. For God and Country was published in 1941 and represents a collection of Fulton J. Sheen's presentations from the Catholic Hour from that year.

Al will read the chapter in its entirety and we think you will agree that Fulton J. Sheen could give this same address in 2021 as he did in 1941. For more information on the life and works of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, please visit our website www.bishopsheentoday.com

To source a digital copy of Fulton J. Sheen's Catholic Hour reflections found in this series, please visit The Catholic University of America digital library at https://cuislandora.wrlc.org/islandora/object/cuislandora:36868#page/1/mode/1up

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Please enjoy this presentation of the Most Holy Rosary by Fr. Kevin Scallon.

 

Al Smith gives a presentation entitled "At the Foot of the Cross - Where are all the Men? (Victory over Vice.) The talk encourages men to turn away from the seven deadly sins by applying our Lord's seven last words he spoke from the Cross on Calvary. This talk was given on March 16, 2019 at the Step Up Men's Conference in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The event was hosted by Serviam Ministries and the Band of Christian Brothers Men's Group. https://www.serviamministries.com/band-of-christian-brothers/ https://www.serviamministries.com

Al Smith reveals a classic book from Fulton J. Sheen that has not been republished in over 80 years. For God and Country was published in 1941 and represents a collection of Fulton J. Sheen's presentations from the Catholic Hour from that year.

Al will read the chapter in its entirety and we think you will agree that Fulton J. Sheen could give this same address in 2021 as he did in 1941. For more information on the life and works of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, please visit our website www.bishopsheentoday.com

To source a digital copy of Fulton J. Sheen's Catholic Hour reflections found in this series, please visit The Catholic University of America digital library at https://cuislandora.wrlc.org/islandora/object/cuislandora:36868#page/1/mode/1up

God Love You.

#ForGodAndCountry #themassesandgod #bishopsheen #fultonjsheen